Elephant Robotics MyCobot 280
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myCobot 280 Camera Flange 2.0
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myCobot 280 – Compact 6-Axis Collaborative Robot Arm
Unlock desktop robotics with the myCobot 280—an ultra-compact 6-axis cobot designed for education, automation, and creative development. Choose your preferred control system: M5Stack, Raspberry Pi, Arduino, or Jetson Nano, and start building projects with Python, ROS, AI, or visual programming.
Elephant Robotics myCobot 280
The Elephant Robotics myCobot 280 is a compact, lightweight, 6-axis collaborative robot arm designed for precision tasks in manufacturing, research, and educational settings. Built for flexibility and ease of use, it offers extensive compatibility and straightforward integration into various automation workflows.
Compact and Versatile Design
With an exceptionally small footprint and weighing just 850 grams, the myCobot 280 maximizes workspace efficiency while remaining portable and easy to reposition. Its 280mm arm reach and payload capacity of 250g enable delicate, precise handling tasks.
The robot supports a wide range of programming environments, including ROS, Arduino, Python, JavaScript, and even graphical interfaces like Drag & Teach and Practical Teaching. Integrated with versatile hardware options such as LEGO, Grove Interface, and M5 STACK, it excels in electronics assembly, lab automation, educational setups, and research experiments.
Core Features and Specifications
Intuitive Control Interface
Mini Robotflow
The menu-based control system (Minirobot) offers easy access to main control features, calibration, transponder setup, and system information, facilitating straightforward management of robot functions.
Blockly Programming
myBlockly
Visual programming interface via Blockly provides a drag-and-drop coding environment, simplifying complex automation tasks and making programming accessible for users of all experience levels.
Software Compatibility
UIFlow
Seamless integration with UIFlow, ROS, Python, Arduino, and other popular platforms allows users to implement diverse automation projects without compatibility concerns effortlessly.
Applications and Use Cases
Ideal for educational labs, research institutions, and precise automation environments, the myCobot 280 excels in tasks such as sorting, pick-and-place, assembly of small parts, and educational demonstrations. Its collaborative design allows it to safely work alongside humans without additional safety enclosures.
Plug-and-Play Integration
Designed for easy deployment, the myCobot 280 features plug-and-play connectivity through standard USB Type-C and communication interfaces including GPIO, allowing users quick setup and immediate use in various automation scenarios without extensive technical configuration.
Advanced Kinematic Control
Featuring advanced kinematic algorithms, the myCobot 280 ensures smooth and precise motion control across all six axes. This capability allows users to achieve high accuracy in repetitive tasks, ensuring consistent performance and reduced operational errors in automated processes.
Watch the myCobot 280 in Action
| Custom FAQ | What is the MyCobot 280?The Elephant Robotics MyCobot 280 is a compact six-axis collaborative robotic arm designed for education, research, prototyping, machine vision and light-duty automation. What are the key specifications of the MyCobot 280?The MyCobot 280 is a six-axis collaborative robotic arm with a 250 g payload, 280 mm effective working radius and approximately ±0.5 mm repeat positioning accuracy. Joint movement ranges vary between versions, so please refer to the full MyCobot 280 specifications for the exact parameters of your model. What is the difference between the MyCobot 280 M5, Pi, Arduino and Jetson Nano?The four versions use different control platforms: M5Stack for the M5, Raspberry Pi for the Pi, Arduino-compatible hardware for the Arduino version and NVIDIA Jetson Nano for the Jetson Nano version. This affects the available software, development environment, connectivity and applications. Which MyCobot 280 version is best for robotics and computer vision?The Jetson Nano version is particularly suited to applications requiring onboard computing, image processing and computer vision. The Pi is well suited to Linux-based robotics development, while the M5 and Arduino versions provide alternative platforms for education, embedded development and robotics projects. What accessories are compatible with the MyCobot 280?Compatible accessories include robotic grippers, suction systems, camera accessories and mounting bases. Daemon3DPrint supplies accessories including the MyCobot 280 Adaptive Gripper, Camera Flange 2.0, G Shape Base 2.0 and Flat Base. Does the MyCobot 280 support ROS?Yes. ROS is supported by the MyCobot ecosystem, providing tools for integrating the robotic arm into larger robotics and research projects. Can the MyCobot 280 be mounted to a desk?Yes. The MyCobot 280 can be mounted using compatible accessories such as the G Shape Base 2.0 and Flat Base, depending on the model and mounting surface. Can the MyCobot 280 be used with a mobile robot?Yes. The myAGV 2023 Pi and Jetson Nano mobile platforms are compatible with the MyCobot 280 series, allowing the arm to be combined with a mobile robotic platform. Where can I find MyCobot 280 software and firmware?Elephant Robotics provides official MyCobot 280 documentation, firmware, myStudio and programming resources. Firmware and setup requirements vary according to the M5, Pi, Arduino or Jetson Nano version. |
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| Technical Specifications | myCobot 280 – Tech Specs Comparison
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What’s in the Box – myCobot 280
Each myCobot 280 bundle includes the following core components:
- myCobot 280 Robotic Arm: 6-axis lightweight collaborative robot with 280 mm reach
- Power Supply Adapter: 8V / 2A UK-compatible plug
- Base Plate: G-shaped magnetic base (varies by version)
- Quick Start Guide: Setup instructions and software download links
myCobot-280 M5
- M5Stack Basic controller pre-installed
- USB-C cable
- Access to UIFlow and myBlockly environments
myCobot-280 Pi
- Built-in Raspberry Pi 4B
- Pre-installed Ubuntu and ROS
- Pi-compatible camera mount
- Flat metal base
- WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity
- GPIO access pins
myCobot-280 for Arduino
- Arduino-compatible interface board
- Sensor expansion ports
- Sample Arduino sketches
- Cables for connecting Uno, Mega, or other boards (board not included)
myCobot-280 Jetson Nano
- Built-in NVIDIA Jetson Nano module
- AI camera mount kit
- Jetson GPIO breakout cable
- Pre-configured Ubuntu and ROS with computer vision modules
What is the MyCobot 280?
The Elephant Robotics MyCobot 280 is a compact six-axis collaborative robotic arm designed for education, research, prototyping, machine vision and light-duty automation.
What are the key specifications of the MyCobot 280?
The MyCobot 280 is a six-axis collaborative robotic arm with a 250 g payload, 280 mm effective working radius and approximately ±0.5 mm repeat positioning accuracy. Joint movement ranges vary between versions, so please refer to the full MyCobot 280 specifications for the exact parameters of your model.
What is the difference between the MyCobot 280 M5, Pi, Arduino and Jetson Nano?
The four versions use different control platforms: M5Stack for the M5, Raspberry Pi for the Pi, Arduino-compatible hardware for the Arduino version and NVIDIA Jetson Nano for the Jetson Nano version. This affects the available software, development environment, connectivity and applications.
Which MyCobot 280 version is best for robotics and computer vision?
The Jetson Nano version is particularly suited to applications requiring onboard computing, image processing and computer vision. The Pi is well suited to Linux-based robotics development, while the M5 and Arduino versions provide alternative platforms for education, embedded development and robotics projects.
What accessories are compatible with the MyCobot 280?
Compatible accessories include robotic grippers, suction systems, camera accessories and mounting bases. Daemon3DPrint supplies accessories including the MyCobot 280 Adaptive Gripper, Camera Flange 2.0, G Shape Base 2.0 and Flat Base.
Does the MyCobot 280 support ROS?
Yes. ROS is supported by the MyCobot ecosystem, providing tools for integrating the robotic arm into larger robotics and research projects.
Can the MyCobot 280 be mounted to a desk?
Yes. The MyCobot 280 can be mounted using compatible accessories such as the G Shape Base 2.0 and Flat Base, depending on the model and mounting surface.
Can the MyCobot 280 be used with a mobile robot?
Yes. The myAGV 2023 Pi and Jetson Nano mobile platforms are compatible with the MyCobot 280 series, allowing the arm to be combined with a mobile robotic platform.
Where can I find MyCobot 280 software and firmware?
Elephant Robotics provides official MyCobot 280 documentation, firmware, myStudio and programming resources. Firmware and setup requirements vary according to the M5, Pi, Arduino or Jetson Nano version.
